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University named 17th most sustainable in the world

By Sofia Webster  Thursday Jun 6, 2024

The University of Bristol has been named the 17th most sustainable university in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2025.

The accolade is based on social and environmental impact, with Bristol named the UK’s ninth best university overall.

Judith Squires, the university’s deputy vice-chancellor and provost, said: “It is fantastic to once again see Bristol named among the best universities in the world.

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“I would like to thank everyone at the university who made this result possible.”

Of the 5,663 leading institutions assessed by QS, the University of Bristol was found to be in the top 3.6 per cent, rising by one place in the latest rankings to the 54th best university in the world.

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